SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) — The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is gathering information on the economic loss to small businesses throughout the state as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. MEMA is collecting this information so that Mississippi may request an…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) advises that given the ongoing spread of COVID-19 in Mississippi and the shortage of protective medical equipment, elective medical procedures and non-essential medical visits must be postponed at this…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The number of coronvirus cases in Mississippi continues to rise as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens around the world. Thursday morning Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 16 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi, in 12…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — Schools in Mississippi will remain closed until at least April 17 over concerns about the spread of the coronavirus. Governor Tate Reeves made the announcement in a press conference delivered via Facebook Live on Thursday morning.…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Southeastern Grocers, the parent company of local Winn-Dixie stores, has announced immediate actions to assist the community, including the Gulfport and Biloxi areas, during this unprecedented time. On Thursday, the company said in a statement to…
With each day COVID-19 displays the many areas it impacts of our everyday lives, including that special day. As the federal government works around the clock combating the COVID-19 pandemic here on the Coast, :“We are one of the best…
Officials with Singing River Health System have announced that a patient transferred from another hospital to Ocean Springs Hospital who required higher-level care available at Singing River Health System has tested positive for the virus. Singing River Team Members at…
As the number of Coronavirus cases continues to grow, the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi is altering its operations. Starting today, the Diocese has temporarily canceled public masses and has granted local Catholics a dispensation from the obligation of attending mass.…
Mississippi teachers and employees of city and county governments will be paid even if they are told to stay home because of the Coronavirus pandemic. The state senate on Wednesday passed a bill guaranteeing the pay and sent it to…
The first Coronavirus mobile testing site in Mississippi is up and running. This morning, a drive-up testing site opened at the Neshoba County Coliseum outside of Philadelphia. The site is being operated by Neshoba General Hospital and is limited to…
This morning MSDH is reporting 13 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi in eight counties. Counties with their first Coronavirus cases are Bolivar, Desoto, Madison, and Perry. The state total now stands at 34 with 513 individuals tested. With the…
The Jackson George Regional Library System is offering Curb-side Pickup Service at all locations. In an effort to continue serving patrons during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak, JGRLS branch libraries are offering Curbside Hold Pickup Service. This will allow library customers…
Starting today, the Garden Park Medical Center will have new visitor restrictions to protect patients, staff, and others against the Coronavirus. All non-essential visitors are prohibited from entering the hospital. Garden Park CEO Randy Rogers released a statement this morning…
Governor Tate Reeves requested a disaster declaration by the U.S. Small Business Administration on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. This request will provide low-interest, Economic Injury Disaster Loans to small businesses and non-profits that have been severely impacted by the Coronavirus…
While many local residents are spending their days at home, our local EMS employees continue to serve their communities. Paramedics, firefighters, and police officers are among the workers on the front lines of the Coronavirus outbreak responding to general illness…
With more and more Coronavirus cases popping up in South Mississippi, many people are left wondering what’s next? News 25’s Kristen Anzuini spoke with an infectious disease specialist today to learn more about this novel virus. “Well, we are seeing…
Due to the continued concerns about COVID-19, Hancock County schools will remain closed for the week of March 23rd-March 27th. During this time of school closures, Hancock County School District will be offering FREE lunches to children ages 18 and…
NAVAL CONSTRUCTION BATTALION CENTER, GULFPORT, MISS – On Mar. 17, a civilian employee with the NCBC Navy Exchange tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently undergoing evaluation and treatment. The Department of Defense has notified public health authorities of the…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is partnering with local food pantries to donate the perishable food they have on hand. Non-profit organizations Extra Table, Loaves & Fishes, Lord is My Help, and the Hancock County…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — One person with COVID-19 has been hospitalized on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Merit Health, working with the Mississippi State Department of Health, report test results confirmed one patient has coronavirus. That patient has since been moved…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The number of coronvirus cases in Mississippi continues to rise as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens around the world. Wednesday, the Mississippi State Department of Health announced 13 new cases of coronavirus in the Magnolia State, with…
WXXV News 25's Kristen Anzuini stopped by Memorial Hospital to speak one-on-one with Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Jesse Penico, about concerns over the spread of COVID-19.
NEW ORLEANS (WXXV) — Jazz Fest 2020 has been postponed until the fall. The festival announced Tuesday that, at the direction of local authorities, the 2020 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival will not take place in April and May…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — A patient has tested positive for COVID-19 at Singing River Medical Clinic in Ocean Springs, making it the second case of coronavirus in Jackson County. Singing River Health System announced early Wednesday morning they received notice…